La. Ch. Code art. 811
This is the official text of La. Ch. Code art. 811, part of Louisiana’s Children's Code — governs child custody, child protection, and juvenile justice in Louisiana.
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When jeopardy begins
Official statutory text
When a child enters a denial to the petition, jeopardy begins when the first witness is sworn at the adjudication hearing. When he enters an admission to the petition, jeopardy begins when a valid disposition is made the judgment of the court.
Acts 1991, No. 235, ยง8, eff. Jan. 1, 1992.
Acts 1991, No. 235, ยง8, eff. Jan. 1, 1992.
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